1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2008 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2008 Fiat Albea is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fairthorpe Electron would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Albea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Albea. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Albea weights approximately 609 kg more than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Because 1957 Fairthorpe Electron is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Albea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Albea (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Albea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 2008 Fiat Albea | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Fiat |
Model | Electron | Albea |
Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 1151 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |